A Penny for your Thoughts - More and Less List

Since it is still January, I feel like I can still squeeze this post in :) Rather than doing a New Year's Resolution list, I decided to take a different approach and do what I like to call a "More and Less List". I have already started putting into action quite a few of these items, and am looking forward to focusing on them more and more. I like the beginning of the year as it always gives me a chance to re-evaluate my priorities. I remember every year that there is always room for growth, this year was no exception.

As I look over these lists I know that God is so good to me that these are the things I can spend my time focusing on. I would encourage you to make a list like this just to get your mind thinking this way. This also gives you no ultimatums and just helps you to focus on priorities. I think I often feel like a failure if I do not hit a goal, but this type of list helps me remember it is about reinventing the way I live and not a number on the scale or a title at my job, life is about so much more than the specifics and this helps me focus on the big picture.

Rest
Walking
Prayer
Quality Coffee
Burning Candles
Small Business Shopping
Sunshine
Avocado
Yoga
Volunteering
Clean Eating
Water

Farmers Markets

Hosting Small Dinners
Good Wine

Exercise

Picnics
Reading Classic Literature
Green Tea
Bike Riding
Writing
Exploring
Spontanaeity
Homemade
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Less

Stress
Excuses
Television
Comparing myself to others
Dieting
Processed Food
Pressure to do Everything
Stuff
Reading Silly Online Articles
Anxiety
Social Media
Documenting and not being Present
Potato Chips
Fear
Being in a Rush
Gossip

Expressing Frustration

Political Ignorance

Share some "More or Less" ideas in the comments below!

I'd love to hear your ideas :)

Be well dear friends.

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